Logistics Coordinator

Biffa; Tipton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in business waste management is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to manage operations in the depot, ensuring service excellence and compliance with health & safety standards. The role involves optimising routes and managing resources efficiently while actively contributing to employee engagement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the local area.
• Experience in admin or time-critical environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Optimise routes and vehicle utilisation to ensure service delivery.
• Manage driver availability and oversee vehicle checks.
• Handle admin tasks like payroll and reporting.

Skills

Problem-solving

Planning

Prioritising

Data Analysis

Tools

MS Office

Business software

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Logistics Coordinator

The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for managing the day-to-day organisation of operations in the depot through the allocation and basic routing of vehicles. You will ensure best in class service delivery to customers, maintaining health & safety standards, and ensuring environmental and O licence compliance.

If you thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy problem-solving, and are passionate about delivering an exceptional service, this is the role for you.

Your Core Responsibilities

• Optimising routes and vehicle utilisation to deliver top-class service.
• Managing driver availability and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Overseeing vehicle checks, safety, and maintenance.
• Handling admin tasks like payroll, timesheets, tachograph records, and reporting.
• Driving cost-efficiency by analysing depot data and improving operations.

This is more than just a desk job! You’ll also have the chance to get hands-on with employee engagement and improvement initiatives.

• A strong knowledge of the local area.
• The ability to plan, prioritise, and meet tight deadlines.
• A solutions-driven mindset and a knack for problem-solving.
• Proficiency with business software and MS Office (especially Excel).
• Experience in admin, call handling, or a time-critical environment is a plus.

About Biffa

At Biffa, we love working with waste. Whether we’re turning it into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it or simply keeping it off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions. Our 11,000+ employees across the UK trust us to provide rewarding careers that are often challenging but never dull. We are the UK’s No. 1 choice for business waste management.